Family Law Solicitor
Office Based
£35,000 – £45,000 per annum
37.5 hours per week
Permanent Role
Overview
Ribble Recruitment is working in partnership with a well-established legal practice to appoint an experienced Family Law Solicitor or Legal Executive.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated fee earner to join a busy Family Law Department, managing a varied privately funded caseload while contributing to the continued growth, reputation, and business development of the firm.
You will handle matters from instruction through to conclusion, delivering high-quality legal advice and outstanding client care at all times.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a full privately funded family law caseload from start to finish
- Advise clients on divorce, separation, financial remedy matters, and Children Act proceedings
- Handle cohabitation disputes, injunctions, domestic abuse matters, and pre/post-nuptial agreements
- Provide clear, practical, and timely legal advice to clients
- Respond to enquiries and convert new instructions into active matters
- Draft legal documents, applications, and correspondence
- Liaise professionally with clients, courts, and third parties
- Ensure compliance with LEXCEL, SRA regulations, and internal procedures
Person SpecificationEssential
- Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive (3–6 years PQE)
- Strong knowledge of private family law matters
- Experience independently managing a caseload
- Excellent communication and client care skills
- Strong organisational and analytical ability
- IT competent with case management systems
Desirable
- Advocacy experience
- Children Panel membership (or working towards)
- Knowledge of Wills & Probate
- Experience in business development or marketing activities
Benefits
- Competitive salary £35,000 – £45,000 DOE
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
- Career progression opportunities
- Exposure to business development and networking opportunities
- Office-based role within a reputable firm
Apply
For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact:
Lewis Ashcroft
Ribble Recruitment
[email protected]
07833 184758
RibRec
Pay: £35,000.00-£45,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
